Use:
It’s a combination of two drugs that control elevated blood sugar levels in type 2 diabetic patients. This helps prevent severe complications of diabetes, such as kidney disease and blindness, and may also lower your risk of heart disease or stroke.
Indication:
It can be prescribed on its own or in combination with other diabetes drugs. All diabetes drugs work best when taken in conjunction with a nutritious diet and regular physical activity. The dosage you receive will be based on your health, blood sugar level, and other medications.
Taking it with food reduces the risk of stomach upset.
To get the most out of this medicine, it should be taken regularly, at a regular time each day. You should not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It is helping to control your blood sugar and prevent serious complications down the road. It is also important to maintain your doctor’s recommended diet and exercise plan while taking this medication. Your lifestyle has a major impact on your diabetes control.
Side Effects:
The most common adverse reactions to this medicine are diarrhoea, nausea (nausea), vomiting, abdominal pain, and headache. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is a common side effect that can occur if you are taking other diabetes medications, such as insulin and sulfonylureas, so you should know how to manage it.
Safety Advice:
The use of this medicine is not recommended for everyone. It is important to inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease, liver disease, pancreas problems, or excessive alcohol consumption. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also speak to their doctor before using this medicine. Certain other medicines may affect this one, so please inform your doctor of all medicines you take to ensure your safety. You should not drink alcohol as it reduces blood glucose levels. Your physician will assess your kidney health and blood sugar level before and during your treatment.
